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Asda 2025 results show like-for-like sales decline
UK supermarket Asda has released its results for the full year ending 31st December 2025, which reveal a fall in like-for-like sales and pre-tax losses of £989 million.
The new-look FMT website is coming soon!
Food Management Today is launching a refreshed website design with updated functionality and new content at the start of July.
Cost pressures could cause consumers to trade down, finds Circana
Market research company Circana has said that cost-of-living pressures could mean the World Cup might not lead to a big increase in grocery spending.
Porridge products recalled over mouse contamination
Moma Foods has recalled its porridge pots and sachet products following a mouse contamination at its manufacturing site.
EPR scheme to be headed up by UK Packaging PRO
PackUK has appointed UK Packaging PRO as the national Producer Responsibility Organisation for the Extended Producer Responsibility scheme.
FSS seeks responses to CBD novel foods consultation
Food Standards Scotland has launched a public consultation on the first applications seeking authorisation for cannabidiol products as novel foods in Scotland.
NFU anticipates price increases across UK food chain
National Farmers’ Union president Tom Bradshaw has warned that conflict in the Middle East will impact food prices, as the UK farming industry is “at the mercy of world markets”.
Mairi Gougeon MSP opens £15m Brakes depot extension
Foodservice wholesaler Brakes Scotland has completed a £15 million extension to its Newhouse depot, which it said would create 50 new jobs.
Government must back UK food manufacturers, FDF says
Data from the Food and Drink Federation shows that the food and drink manufacturing sector now contributes £42 billion to the UK’s economy.
IGD says suppliers must “work more closely” with discounters
Research from the Institute of Grocery Distribution has predicted that discount will remain the fastest growing physical grocery channel globally through to 2030.
NFU welcomes Land Use Framework but “challenges remain”
The National Farmers’ Union has responded to the publication of the Land Use Framework, calling for clear guidance to ensure producers meet the framework objectives.
Arla Foods Ingredients acquires Sensient Flavors
Arla Foods Ingredients has confirmed its acquisition of Sensient Flavors, a neighbouring site at its Felinfach location in Wales.
Greencore welcomes The King to Warrington facility
Convenience manufacturer Greencore welcomed His Majesty The King to its Warrington site to showcase how the food industry is tackling food waste.
Scottish chocolate manufacturer secures export funding
Scottish chocolate manufacturer Coco Chocolatier has secured a funding package from Virgin Money, backed by UK Export Finance, to support international expansion.
BRC responds to £1bn Government investment in youth employment drive
The British Retail Consortium has warned that industry needs a “joined-up approach”, as Government revealed a youth employment drive.
Paul McLaughlin appointed Red Tractor CEO
Farming assurance scheme Red Tractor has appointed Paul McLaughlin as chief executive, following the announcement of Jim Moseley’s retirement.
FSA and FSS identify future food trends in new report
A report from the Food Standards Agency and Food Standards Scotland has identified the food technologies most likely to reach the UK public within ten years.
PepsiCo invests £3.6m in solar panel installation
Food manufacturer PepsiCo UK has announced a £3.6 million investment in a solar power project at its Southern Distribution Centre in Leicester.
King Foods enters into administration
Aberdeenshire food business King Foods has gone into administration, according to administrators Interpath.
Supermarkets urged to reduce nitrites in own-brand products
Pressure group Coalition Against Nitrites has called for supermarkets to reduce and ultimately eliminate nitrites from own-brand bacon and ham lines.
View the 2026 FMT Awards review e-magazine
Find out all of the winners and finalists from the 2026 Food Management Industry Awards. The much anticipated event took place on Friday 12th June at the 5-star Royal Lancaster Hotel, London.
Food security in a volatile world: why frozen food has a crucial national resilience role
Rupert Ashby, chief executive of the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF), sets out why frozen food should be recognised as a strategic asset in strengthening the UK’s food security.
The Nutrient Profiling Model: fit for purpose?
Make no mistake: the new Nutrient Profiling Model (2018NPM) will have a profoundly damaging impact on sales and consumption of foods high in essential nutrients, says PTF director General Rod Addy.
Weight-loss medications: what changing appetites mean for the food industry
Angie Jefferson, strategic projects manager at the British Nutrition Foundation looks at the impact of weight-loss medications on the future food landscape.
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Navigating bakery production challenges
In today’s bakery industry, automation and efficiency have become essential to keep pace with consumer demand, meet diverse dietary preferences, and maintain a competitive edge.
Pet food market has a “real drive” for automation, says Reiser UK
Reiser UK has been involved in several projects in Ireland’s pet food market in recent months.
Lossie Seafoods becomes latest UK seafood company to expand capacity
Lossie Seafoods, a leading supplier of seafood products to a leading UK supermarket, has expanded its processing facility in Moray, Scotland.
